Teacher of Mathematics

What skills and experience we're looking for

“We need a Maths teacher who will not give up on a young-person just because they may have previously given up on Maths.”

A teacher who is

• Is passionate about teaching mathematics across KS3 and KS4.
• Can prepare pupils effectively for GCSE Mathematics.
• Can make maths accessible to pupils with significant gaps in their learning.
• Understands that behaviour is not the same as ability.
• Can build strong relationships while maintaining clear and consistent boundaries.
• Is confident adapting teaching for pupils with SEND and EHCPs.
• Remains calm, consistent, and solution-focused when pupils find learning difficult.
• Believes that attendance, engagement, and achievement are everyone's responsibility.
• Has high expectations and refuses to give up on young people.
• Wants to be part of a team working to improve pupils' outcomes and future opportunities.

What the school offers its staff

At Westside School, we recognise that supporting our staff is essential to creating the best environment for our students. We offer a range of benefits designed to promote work-life balance, professional development and staff wellbeing.

• Shorter working days
• Extended half-term breaks, including a two-week October half-term
• Continuous Professional Development (CPD) opportunities
• Opportunities for career progression and professional growth
• Staff wellbeing package
• Twilight sessions, supporting a more flexible working calendar
• Free lunch during the school day
• A supportive environment where staff are encouraged to develop, progress and thrive

Further details about the role

Westside School is an Alternative Provision setting supporting young people who may have experienced challenges within mainstream education.

Our pupils have a wide range of educational, social and emotional needs. This includes pupils with SEND and Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), pupils who have experienced disruption to their education, pupils with gaps in learning, low attendance and pupils who may require additional support to successfully engage with education.

Our aim is not simply to provide pupils with qualifications. We want our young people to develop the confidence, resilience, independence and skills they need to successfully progress into further education, training and employment.

Relationships are at the heart of our work.

We are looking for a Maths teacher who understands that progress begins with getting pupils into the classroom, building trust, establishing clear expectations and delivering lessons in which pupils can experience success.

Commitment to safeguarding

Westside School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share its commitment. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.